Monday, February 20, 2012

As Senegal Vote Nears, Political Violence Is Increasing



Protests Intensify As Senegal Vote Nears -- Voice of America

Senegal's opposition is calling for more protests in downtown Dakar, the capital Monday, less than a week before a contentious presidential poll.

The call follows five straight days of demonstrations ahead of Sunday's vote.

The opposition wants incumbent President Abdoulaye Wade to withdraw his bid for a third mandate, citing a constitutional reform in 2001 that limits presidents to two terms.

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More News On The Unrest In Senegal

Opposition urges more protest in Senegal -- UPI
Senegal Protests Grow Before Presidential Poll -- Time/AP
3 killed in Senegal protests, opposition says -- CNN
Senegal: Dakar rocked by anti-Wade demonstrations -- Global Post
Senegal opposition calls fresh protest -- News24
Senegal government says opposition candidate has recruited militia ahead of crucial election -- Washington Post/AP
Wade Aide Predicts First Round Victory in Senegal Election -- Voice of America
Wade's Re-Election Bid Rocks Senegal's Stability -- NPR

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